A luxurious English mansion with over 1,000 years of history, located on the outskirts of London and formerly owned by singer Mel B, member of the Spice Girls, is now on the market for an impressive $15 million.
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Mel B’s mansion is a historic Grade II listed property located in the charming village of Little Marlow. It is a true landmark of British architecture, with a trajectory that spans from the medieval period to the present day, blending historical legacy with pop culture glamour.
The residence first appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, reinforcing its historical importance since the Norman era. Over the centuries, the mansion has hosted monarchs, military leaders, and celebrities. During World War II, it served as headquarters for the 5th Battalion of the Black Watch, and records show that Generals Eisenhower and Montgomery visited the property to review the plans for the famous D-Day landing.
In the living room, a hidden projection screen was reportedly used to evaluate war strategies. There are accounts that even Queen Elizabeth II visited the mansion during that time to inspect British troops on the front lawn, which is now used for private tennis matches and large outdoor events. Mel B purchased the property in the 1990s, at the peak of the Spice Girls’ fame, adding a modern pop touch to the home’s rich history.
The main house has three full floors and seven bedrooms connected by a generous upper hall with a balcony. The master suite features a private dressing room with full-height built-in wardrobes and a spa-inspired bathroom currently being completed. There’s also a Jack and Jill bathroom connecting two bedrooms, while four additional bedrooms have private en-suite bathrooms. On the top floor, there are two more bedrooms and a game room with flexible use potential.
A grand 17th-century oak staircase runs through the property, surrounded by authentic architectural features such as Jacobean fireplaces, Georgian sash windows, and historic decorative moldings. The library hides a secret door, and the living room retains a hidden screen that recalls its military function. A modern mirrored dressing room surprises with double bathrooms decorated with disco balls and theatrical lighting.
The rear orangery opens to meticulously landscaped gardens, with three sets of French doors that connect the interior space with the surrounding greenery. Below the house, the old Elizabethan cellars include a space with 14 compartments and a brick tunnel that leads to the nearby river.
The current owners have lived in the mansion for 25 years, during which time they added a sophisticated wellness wing featuring an Olympic-sized pool, dry and steam saunas, a full gym, and treatment rooms with vaulted ceilings, offering a true luxury retreat. The outdoor area also includes nearly nine acres of land, a Victorian greenhouse, a two-bedroom cottage, and garages for up to seven vehicles. The century-old orchard features pear trees that are over 120 years old.
A charming bridge connects the property to a private island, and a side entrance offers exclusive access to the local church. With a prime location near London, the estate attracts investors and high-end buyers seeking a rural retreat with quick access to the British capital. The mansion is a true portrait of the architectural evolution of England, with layers ranging from the Norman conquest to Tudor, Georgian, and contemporary styles.
Mel B, currently with an estimated net worth of $10 million, rose to global fame in the 1990s as Scary Spice of the Spice Girls, the best-selling girl group in music history, with over 100 million records sold. In 1998, she launched her solo career with the hit I Want You Back, which topped the UK charts. In addition to being a singer and songwriter, Mel B is a television personality and has participated in various competitions, such as Dancing with the Stars in the U.S., where she finished second in the fifth season.
Between 2011 and 2016, the star served as a judge on the UK and Australian versions of The X Factor and co-hosted Dancing with the Stars Australia in 2012. Her former mansion in Little Marlow stands as a symbol of the intersection between British history, international pop culture, and the luxury real estate market.
Source: The Richest
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